Web Design Layout

It has been shown in studies that people usually find all that flash and glitz to be annoying and distracting. Having 6 to 8 frames on a page only causes confusion if not done correctly. Keep it simple and try not to drive your web visitors crazy.

When it comes to web design, sticking with what is simple and straight-forward is usually the best. While you may want to Wow your readership with incredibly flashing, spinning graphics, resist the urge. It has been shown in studies that people usually find all that flash and glitz to be annoying and distracting. Having 6 to 8 frames on a page only causes confusion if not done correctly. Keep it simple and try not to drive your web visitors crazy.

The most popular layout is the 3-column model, because it works well. You will find that many good websites have this layout with categories running down the left and updates, advertising and the like running down the right. While this may appear to be a bit boring, readers love it because it is simple, straight-forward and easy to navigate.

Whitespace is another function of a good layout. Allowing for the reader to have space to rest their eyes is a plus for most designs. White space is as important as the layout itself.
Graphics should be used to enhance the layout as elements that add to what is written on the page. It should be used as an extension of the text and should lend to further clarity about the topic. Graphics should not overtake what is being conveyed; it should only help to make the content clear.

Using Fonts

There is a standard for fonts that have worked well since before the World Wide Web began. In print design, newspapers and magazines, the combination of Serif types for headlines and San-Serif type for text has always worked well.

This does not carry over to the web where Sans-serif fonts are the best choice because they are easier to read on the screen. Up until recently monitor resolution hasn't been that high, and if you use serif type fonts for text, it would blur together making reading more difficult. If you are planning on offering a print-friendly page, you should use print design fonts (i.e. Serif for headlines and Sans-serif for text).

The second thing to remember about using fonts is to limit the number of fonts you put on one page. Keep it simple - two, maybe three fonts at most. Good web design is simple and easy to read. You can use some decorative type font, but it will detract from the message you are trying to convey. Standard font families are best, and even with the new high resolution monitors, you should stick with Sans-serif fonts where possible.

In web design, the most popular fonts include Geneva, Arial, Verdana and Helvetica. They are easy to read, Sans-serif and great for all website designs.

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